Italy
Italy, known as the "Land of Wine," is celebrated for its exquisite range of fine wines. With a winemaking history dating back thousands of years and a diverse array of terroirs, Italy offers a remarkable collection of wines that delight the senses and captivate wine enthusiasts worldwide.
In Tuscany, famous vineyards like Antinori, Marchesi di Frescobaldi, and Tenuta San Guido have become synonymous with excellence. Wines such as Brunello di Montalcino, Chianti Classico, and Super Tuscans like Sassicaia and Tignanello showcase the region's mastery in crafting complex, age-worthy, and expressive wines. Piedmont is home to legendary vineyards like Gaja, Vietti, and Marchesi di Barolo. The region's iconic wines, Barolo and Barbaresco, crafted from the Nebbiolo grape, epitomize power, elegance, and longevity. These wines boast flavors of red fruit, floral notes, earthy undertones, and firm tannins. Veneto, renowned for its sparkling Prosecco wines, is also famous for Amarone della Valpolicella. Vineyards like Allegrini and Quintarelli produce exceptional Amarone wines with concentrated flavors of dark fruit, spices, and a velvety texture. Sicily, the largest island in the Mediterranean, offers a different yet captivating expression of Italian wines. Vineyards like Planeta, Donnafugata, and Tasca d'Almerita craft remarkable wines from indigenous grape varieties such as Nero d'Avola and Nerello Mascalese. These wines exhibit intense fruit flavors, vibrant acidity, and a unique volcanic minerality.
These are just a few examples of the renowned vineyards and wines Italy has to offer. From the northern regions of Piedmont and Veneto to the central regions of Tuscany and Umbria, and down to the southern regions of Sicily and Puglia, Italy's wine regions are a treasure trove of exceptional wines. Experience the allure of Italian wines and immerse yourself in the rich history, diverse terroirs, and passionate winemaking that define the Italian wine scene. Whether you're sipping a prestigious Barolo, a refined Brunello di Montalcino, a refreshing Prosecco, or a bold Nero d'Avola, Italian wines promise a journey of flavors and a celebration of Italy's winemaking heritage.
Italy
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Piedmont | 10 | 17++ (JR) |
Inc. TAX
€488.14 |
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Jancis Robinson (17++)A shade darker than their Del Comune di Verduno and with a firmer nose of cherry and raspberry with plenty of depth. Ripe and deep. Hints of mint and cardamom, but not from new oak as this has seen only large casks. Elegant and sappy cherry fruit palate with firm, finely chiselled tannins which never dominate the fruit. Succulent and with a fine, long, tannic grip on the finish. |
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Piedmont | 2 | 93-95 (VN) |
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€204.79 |
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Vinous (93-95)The 2019 Barolo San Lorenzo di Verduno, tasted from barrel, is another potent wine from Alessandria. Heady and explosive, the 2019 possesses tremendous energy and drive from start to finish. Dark red fruit, gravel, incense, scorched earth, rose petal, licorice and iron are some of the many notes that race out of the glass. The 2019 is wild and racy, sort of like a misbehaved child, but in the best sense! I can't wait to see how it turns out. |
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Piedmont | 1 | 93-95 (VN) |
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€425.99 |
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Vinous (93-95)The 2019 Barolo San Lorenzo di Verduno, tasted from barrel, is another potent wine from Alessandria. Heady and explosive, the 2019 possesses tremendous energy and drive from start to finish. Dark red fruit, gravel, incense, scorched earth, rose petal, licorice and iron are some of the many notes that race out of the glass. The 2019 is wild and racy, sort of like a misbehaved child, but in the best sense! I can't wait to see how it turns out. |
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Piedmont | 1 | 95 (KO) |
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€202.39 |
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Kerin O'Keefe (95)Showing depth and elegance the site is known for, the 2020 San Lorenzo di Verduno has multi-faceted scents of ripe red berry, underbrush, dog rose, leather and eucalyptus. Full-bodied and loaded with finesse, the delicious palate delivers ripe Morello cherry, wild raspberry, star anise and ground clove set against a backbone of refined tannins. Fresh acidity keeps it balanced. |
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Piedmont | 1 | 95 (KO) |
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€471.59 |
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Kerin O'Keefe (95)Showing depth and elegance the site is known for, the 2020 San Lorenzo di Verduno has multi-faceted scents of ripe red berry, underbrush, dog rose, leather and eucalyptus. Full-bodied and loaded with finesse, the delicious palate delivers ripe Morello cherry, wild raspberry, star anise and ground clove set against a backbone of refined tannins. Fresh acidity keeps it balanced. |
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Piedmont | 10 | - |
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€254.30 |
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Piedmont | 8 | 91 (VN) |
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€266.93 |
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Vinous (91)The 2019 Dolcetto d'Alba is a standout. Readers will find a bold, juicy red done in a style that leans towards the savory, pungent end of the spectrum. Plum, olive tapenade, game and licorice give this Dolcetto a somewhat wild personality. |
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Piedmont | 2 | - |
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€158.14 |
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Piedmont | 1 | - |
Inc. TAX
€302.30 |
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Piedmont | 15 | 90+ (WA) |
Inc. TAX
€337.10 |
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Wine Advocate (90+)I absolutely have a soft spot for the Pelaverga grape that achieves such beautiful, but unusual, characteristics when given the chance. The 2018 Verduno Pelaverga Speziale is a happy and cheerful wine destined for easy-drinking occasions like with pizza or wood-fire flatbread with spicy sausage and broccoli. Native to Verduno in Piedmont, the grape typically shows a strong layer of freshly milled white pepper. That's exactly what you get in this cool and balanced vintage. This is a lean-bodied red to drink within the next 18 months. |
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Piedmont | 2 | - |
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€213.43 |
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Piedmont | 1 | - |
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€860.92 |
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Immerse yourself in the symphony of flavours with the Fratelli Seghesio Barolo La Villa 1996. Born in the esteemed vineyards of Piedmont, Italy, this noble wine evokes the heart and craftsmanship of traditional Italian winemaking. The Fratelli Seghesio family, anchored in the industry since 1886, applies meticulous devotion to every bottle, respecting the rhythm of nature. This vintage Barolo is fashioned predominantly from Nebbiolo grapes, yielding its delicate opacity and powerful structure. Unfolding a dramatic palate composed of red fruit and wild herbs, it further enthralls with whispers of tar, rose and liquorice. Fratelli Seghesio Barolo La Villa 1996 is aged skilfully in oak, enhancing its rich texture, remarkable complexity, and formidable longevity. With its formidable character and depth, it pairs magically with hearty dishes. Secure the Fratelli Seghesio Barolo La Villa 1996 to experience this masterfully constructed testimony to Italian viniculture. |
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Piedmont | 3 | - |
Inc. TAX
€860.92 |
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Immerse yourself in the taste of the phenomenal Fratelli Seghesio Barolo La Villa 1997, a product of meticulous vinification from Italy’s celebrated Piedmont region. This exceptional Barolo offers an arrangement of complex flavours, derived from Nebbiolo grapes grown in Langhe’s limestone-rich, south-facing vineyards. The illustrious Fratelli Seghesio winery utilises traditional processes, blending modern techniques with century-old viniculture. The grapes undergo an extended maceration period to extract rich hue and tannins, followed by three years of ageing in Slavonian oak barrels, contributing to the wine's exceptional structure and longevity. The end result is a robust, ruby red wine, renowned for its intense, complex, and ethereal aromas, accompanied by a full-bodied palate teeming with mature fruit flavours and firm tannins. Allow the Fratelli Seghesio Barolo La Villa 1997 to transport you to Northern Italy with every sip, savouring its rich history and world-class craftsmanship. |
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Tuscany | 5 | 95 (WS) |
Inc. TAX
€180.25 |
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Wine Spectator (95)A tight and chewy wine, with full body and lots of raisin and spice character. Impressive, ripe tannins. Thick and powerful; needs time in the bottle. From one of the most serious producers in Montalcino now. Best after 2007. 21,660 cases made. |
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Tuscany | 1 | 95 (WS) |
Inc. TAX
€308.93 |
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Wine Spectator (95)A tight and chewy wine, with full body and lots of raisin and spice character. Impressive, ripe tannins. Thick and powerful; needs time in the bottle. From one of the most serious producers in Montalcino now. Best after 2007. 21,660 cases made. |
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Tuscany | 5 | 95 (JS) |
Inc. TAX
€192.25 |
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James Suckling (95)Frescobaldi’s Brunello always delivers great quality in just about any vintage. Gorgeous nose of ripe berries and slice plums with an almost peach undertone. Full bodied, with a solid core of gorgeously clean and clear dark fruits. Dense and integrated tannins on the finish. So long and fascinating. Best after 2013. |
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Tuscany | 1 | 97 (JS) |
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€115.15 |
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James Suckling (97)Aromas of warm stones, dark fruits and walnuts follow to a full body, soft tannins and a savory finish. This shows ripe fruit and salty undertones that give it a wonderful juiciness. It's dense and tight now but will give so much pleasure in the future. Best ever from here. Drink or hold. |
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Tuscany | 36 | 96 (WE) |
Inc. TAX
€409.19 |
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Wine Enthusiast (96)Review to be published soon. |
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Tuscany | 2 | 93 (WA) |
Inc. TAX
€333.59 |
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Wine Advocate (93)I tasted this wine next to Frescobaldi's Chianti Classico Gran Selezione from their Tenuta Perano, and the differences between that wine and this are enormous. The 2015 Brunello di Montalcino CastelGiocondo takes us to the southern side of Tuscany, and despite the fact the grape used in both wines is the same (Sangiovese), these two wine are as different as day and night. This Brunello gives you more saturated color intensity, more substantial weight and density that you feel on all the senses. Its extraction is much thicker, and the bouquet opens to aromas of plummy dark fruit, black currant, tobacco and spice. That ample width and power make this a good choice next to a grilled T-bone steak |
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Tuscany | 1 | 97 (JA) |
Inc. TAX
€266.39 |
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Jane Anson Inside Bordeaux (97)A great year for Brunello and this is like a breath of fresh air, transporting you to Tuscany. Emphasis on dried herbs, leather, campfire smoke with traces of sweet cherry, butterscotch and coffee bean. Love the soft and gentle waves of flavour that gather power through the palate; tannins are grippy and mouthwatering, and this is pretty irresistible. One of the original producers of Brunello in the 1800s, with vineyards planted between 250-400 metres above sea level, still setting the pace. |
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Tuscany | 1 | 93 (WS) |
Inc. TAX
€218.39 |
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Wine Spectator (93)This substantial red is as savory as it is fruity, boasting cherry, plum, leather, wild thyme, woodsy underbrush, iron and tobacco notes. Burly, with dusty tannins guarding the lingering finish. Best from 2027 through 2043. 25,000 cases made, 3,000 cases imported. |
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Tuscany | 1 | - |
Inc. TAX
€317.86 |
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Tuscany | 18 | 100 (DC) |
Inc. TAX
€391.06 |
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Decanter (100)Mocha notes on the nose, coffee, cola, vanilla, cinnamon and pink flowers. Fresh with a tannic hold, ample, massy and fleshy but with such clear definition - tannins are mouthfilling but detailed and nuanced so you feel the precision going on as well as the flavours themselves. Feels extremely well worked, all in its place. I love the chewiness, the concentrated ripeness and overall 'in your face' expression because you feel the detail behind it as well as the nuance ranging from primary blueberry, cherry and blackcurrant fruit to more tertiary elements of tobacco, coffee beans, leather, sweet exotic spices and peppery tones. It's lifted and sophisticated, powerful but poised. What a wine! Amazing potential here. It gives you the chills tasting a wine like this. From vines at 450m on schist-based Galestro soils. |
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Tuscany | 1 | 95 (JS) |
Inc. TAX
€622.54 |
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James Suckling (95)Intense nose of cloves, cedar, dried flowers, orange peel, dark cherries and black tea. Full-bodied, firm and chewy, yet polished and poised with beautiful energy and freshness for the vintage. Long, too. Still needs a couple of years. Drink from 2024. |
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Tuscany | 42 | 95 (JS) |
Inc. TAX
€224.26 |
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James Suckling (95)Intense nose of cloves, cedar, dried flowers, orange peel, dark cherries and black tea. Full-bodied, firm and chewy, yet polished and poised with beautiful energy and freshness for the vintage. Long, too. Still needs a couple of years. Drink from 2024. |
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Piedmont | 10 | 17++ (JR) |
In Bond
€383.00 |
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Jancis Robinson (17++)A shade darker than their Del Comune di Verduno and with a firmer nose of cherry and raspberry with plenty of depth. Ripe and deep. Hints of mint and cardamom, but not from new oak as this has seen only large casks. Elegant and sappy cherry fruit palate with firm, finely chiselled tannins which never dominate the fruit. Succulent and with a fine, long, tannic grip on the finish. |
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Piedmont | 2 | 93-95 (VN) |
In Bond
€163.00 |
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Vinous (93-95)The 2019 Barolo San Lorenzo di Verduno, tasted from barrel, is another potent wine from Alessandria. Heady and explosive, the 2019 possesses tremendous energy and drive from start to finish. Dark red fruit, gravel, incense, scorched earth, rose petal, licorice and iron are some of the many notes that race out of the glass. The 2019 is wild and racy, sort of like a misbehaved child, but in the best sense! I can't wait to see how it turns out. |
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Piedmont | 1 | 93-95 (VN) |
In Bond
€332.00 |
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Vinous (93-95)The 2019 Barolo San Lorenzo di Verduno, tasted from barrel, is another potent wine from Alessandria. Heady and explosive, the 2019 possesses tremendous energy and drive from start to finish. Dark red fruit, gravel, incense, scorched earth, rose petal, licorice and iron are some of the many notes that race out of the glass. The 2019 is wild and racy, sort of like a misbehaved child, but in the best sense! I can't wait to see how it turns out. |
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Piedmont | 1 | 95 (KO) |
In Bond
€161.00 |
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Kerin O'Keefe (95)Showing depth and elegance the site is known for, the 2020 San Lorenzo di Verduno has multi-faceted scents of ripe red berry, underbrush, dog rose, leather and eucalyptus. Full-bodied and loaded with finesse, the delicious palate delivers ripe Morello cherry, wild raspberry, star anise and ground clove set against a backbone of refined tannins. Fresh acidity keeps it balanced. |
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Piedmont | 1 | 95 (KO) |
In Bond
€370.00 |
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Kerin O'Keefe (95)Showing depth and elegance the site is known for, the 2020 San Lorenzo di Verduno has multi-faceted scents of ripe red berry, underbrush, dog rose, leather and eucalyptus. Full-bodied and loaded with finesse, the delicious palate delivers ripe Morello cherry, wild raspberry, star anise and ground clove set against a backbone of refined tannins. Fresh acidity keeps it balanced. |
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Piedmont | 10 | - |
In Bond
€167.00 |
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Piedmont | 8 | 91 (VN) |
In Bond
€178.00 |
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Vinous (91)The 2019 Dolcetto d'Alba is a standout. Readers will find a bold, juicy red done in a style that leans towards the savory, pungent end of the spectrum. Plum, olive tapenade, game and licorice give this Dolcetto a somewhat wild personality. |
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Piedmont | 2 | - |
In Bond
€108.00 |
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Piedmont | 1 | - |
In Bond
€207.00 |
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Piedmont | 15 | 90+ (WA) |
In Bond
€236.00 |
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Wine Advocate (90+)I absolutely have a soft spot for the Pelaverga grape that achieves such beautiful, but unusual, characteristics when given the chance. The 2018 Verduno Pelaverga Speziale is a happy and cheerful wine destined for easy-drinking occasions like with pizza or wood-fire flatbread with spicy sausage and broccoli. Native to Verduno in Piedmont, the grape typically shows a strong layer of freshly milled white pepper. That's exactly what you get in this cool and balanced vintage. This is a lean-bodied red to drink within the next 18 months. |
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Piedmont | 2 | - |
In Bond
€155.00 |
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Piedmont | 1 | - |
In Bond
€675.00 |
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Immerse yourself in the symphony of flavours with the Fratelli Seghesio Barolo La Villa 1996. Born in the esteemed vineyards of Piedmont, Italy, this noble wine evokes the heart and craftsmanship of traditional Italian winemaking. The Fratelli Seghesio family, anchored in the industry since 1886, applies meticulous devotion to every bottle, respecting the rhythm of nature. This vintage Barolo is fashioned predominantly from Nebbiolo grapes, yielding its delicate opacity and powerful structure. Unfolding a dramatic palate composed of red fruit and wild herbs, it further enthralls with whispers of tar, rose and liquorice. Fratelli Seghesio Barolo La Villa 1996 is aged skilfully in oak, enhancing its rich texture, remarkable complexity, and formidable longevity. With its formidable character and depth, it pairs magically with hearty dishes. Secure the Fratelli Seghesio Barolo La Villa 1996 to experience this masterfully constructed testimony to Italian viniculture. |
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Piedmont | 3 | - |
In Bond
€675.00 |
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Immerse yourself in the taste of the phenomenal Fratelli Seghesio Barolo La Villa 1997, a product of meticulous vinification from Italy’s celebrated Piedmont region. This exceptional Barolo offers an arrangement of complex flavours, derived from Nebbiolo grapes grown in Langhe’s limestone-rich, south-facing vineyards. The illustrious Fratelli Seghesio winery utilises traditional processes, blending modern techniques with century-old viniculture. The grapes undergo an extended maceration period to extract rich hue and tannins, followed by three years of ageing in Slavonian oak barrels, contributing to the wine's exceptional structure and longevity. The end result is a robust, ruby red wine, renowned for its intense, complex, and ethereal aromas, accompanied by a full-bodied palate teeming with mature fruit flavours and firm tannins. Allow the Fratelli Seghesio Barolo La Villa 1997 to transport you to Northern Italy with every sip, savouring its rich history and world-class craftsmanship. |
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Tuscany | 5 | 95 (WS) |
In Bond
€144.00 |
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Wine Spectator (95)A tight and chewy wine, with full body and lots of raisin and spice character. Impressive, ripe tannins. Thick and powerful; needs time in the bottle. From one of the most serious producers in Montalcino now. Best after 2007. 21,660 cases made. |
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Tuscany | 1 | 95 (WS) |
In Bond
€245.00 |
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Wine Spectator (95)A tight and chewy wine, with full body and lots of raisin and spice character. Impressive, ripe tannins. Thick and powerful; needs time in the bottle. From one of the most serious producers in Montalcino now. Best after 2007. 21,660 cases made. |
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Tuscany | 5 | 95 (JS) |
In Bond
€154.00 |
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James Suckling (95)Frescobaldi’s Brunello always delivers great quality in just about any vintage. Gorgeous nose of ripe berries and slice plums with an almost peach undertone. Full bodied, with a solid core of gorgeously clean and clear dark fruits. Dense and integrated tannins on the finish. So long and fascinating. Best after 2013. |
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Tuscany | 1 | 97 (JS) |
In Bond
€92.00 |
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James Suckling (97)Aromas of warm stones, dark fruits and walnuts follow to a full body, soft tannins and a savory finish. This shows ripe fruit and salty undertones that give it a wonderful juiciness. It's dense and tight now but will give so much pleasure in the future. Best ever from here. Drink or hold. |
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Tuscany | 36 | 96 (WE) |
In Bond
€318.00 |
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Wine Enthusiast (96)Review to be published soon. |
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Tuscany | 2 | 93 (WA) |
In Bond
€255.00 |
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Wine Advocate (93)I tasted this wine next to Frescobaldi's Chianti Classico Gran Selezione from their Tenuta Perano, and the differences between that wine and this are enormous. The 2015 Brunello di Montalcino CastelGiocondo takes us to the southern side of Tuscany, and despite the fact the grape used in both wines is the same (Sangiovese), these two wine are as different as day and night. This Brunello gives you more saturated color intensity, more substantial weight and density that you feel on all the senses. Its extraction is much thicker, and the bouquet opens to aromas of plummy dark fruit, black currant, tobacco and spice. That ample width and power make this a good choice next to a grilled T-bone steak |
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Tuscany | 1 | 97 (JA) |
In Bond
€199.00 |
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Jane Anson Inside Bordeaux (97)A great year for Brunello and this is like a breath of fresh air, transporting you to Tuscany. Emphasis on dried herbs, leather, campfire smoke with traces of sweet cherry, butterscotch and coffee bean. Love the soft and gentle waves of flavour that gather power through the palate; tannins are grippy and mouthwatering, and this is pretty irresistible. One of the original producers of Brunello in the 1800s, with vineyards planted between 250-400 metres above sea level, still setting the pace. |
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Tuscany | 1 | 93 (WS) |
In Bond
€159.00 |
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Wine Spectator (93)This substantial red is as savory as it is fruity, boasting cherry, plum, leather, wild thyme, woodsy underbrush, iron and tobacco notes. Burly, with dusty tannins guarding the lingering finish. Best from 2027 through 2043. 25,000 cases made, 3,000 cases imported. |
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Tuscany | 1 | - |
In Bond
€253.00 |
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Tuscany | 18 | 100 (DC) |
In Bond
€314.00 |
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Decanter (100)Mocha notes on the nose, coffee, cola, vanilla, cinnamon and pink flowers. Fresh with a tannic hold, ample, massy and fleshy but with such clear definition - tannins are mouthfilling but detailed and nuanced so you feel the precision going on as well as the flavours themselves. Feels extremely well worked, all in its place. I love the chewiness, the concentrated ripeness and overall 'in your face' expression because you feel the detail behind it as well as the nuance ranging from primary blueberry, cherry and blackcurrant fruit to more tertiary elements of tobacco, coffee beans, leather, sweet exotic spices and peppery tones. It's lifted and sophisticated, powerful but poised. What a wine! Amazing potential here. It gives you the chills tasting a wine like this. From vines at 450m on schist-based Galestro soils. |
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Tuscany | 1 | 95 (JS) |
In Bond
€495.00 |
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James Suckling (95)Intense nose of cloves, cedar, dried flowers, orange peel, dark cherries and black tea. Full-bodied, firm and chewy, yet polished and poised with beautiful energy and freshness for the vintage. Long, too. Still needs a couple of years. Drink from 2024. |
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Tuscany | 42 | 95 (JS) |
In Bond
€175.00 |
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James Suckling (95)Intense nose of cloves, cedar, dried flowers, orange peel, dark cherries and black tea. Full-bodied, firm and chewy, yet polished and poised with beautiful energy and freshness for the vintage. Long, too. Still needs a couple of years. Drink from 2024. |
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